Excitement is building as another beloved British detective series prepares for a revival. This time, Jim Bergerac steps back into the spotlight, with talented Irish actor **Damian Molony** taking on the lead role in the upcoming remake set to air on **U**.
Originally gracing BBC One screens from **1981 to 1991**, the original **Bergerac**, featuring **John Nettles**, captured audiences with its captivating stories set in the picturesque locale of the **Channel Island of Jersey**. The show followed Bergerac, a detective sergeant working for the fictional **Bureau des Etrangers**, tackling various cases in each episode. However, the new adaptation promises a fresh take on this classic formula.
Release Date for the Bergerac Remake
The new **Bergerac** series is set to premiere in the **U.K.** on **U’s app** and will be broadcast on the **U&Drama** channel in **February 2025**. While this timeline builds anticipation, a specific release date is yet to be announced.
Details regarding the release of the **Bergerac** remake in the **U.S.** remain elusive. Nevertheless, given that another **U original**, **The Marlow Murder Club**, is available on **PBS Masterpiece**, it’s plausible that the upcoming series may follow suit. Alternatively, viewers can find the original **Bergerac** series in its entirety on **BritBox**, hinting at potential options for the new show. As of now, no official confirmations have been made regarding its inclusion in either streaming service’s 2025 lineup.
Trailer for the Bergerac Remake
A teaser trailer for the **Bergerac** remake has been unveiled by **U**, showcasing a darker, more atmospheric tone than its predecessor. The visual style and storytelling direction raise curiosity about how this new rendition will differentiate itself from the original.
Introducing the Cast of the Bergerac Remake
Damian Molony, known for his performances in **Being Human** and **The Split**, leads the cast as Jim Bergerac. He is joined by an impressive ensemble, including **Zoë Wanamaker** as his mother-in-law Charlie Hungerford, **Philip Glenister** as Arthur Wakefield, **Pippa Haywood** as Margaret Heaton, **Robert Gilbert** as Barney Crozier, **Sasha Behar** as Uma Dalal, and **Celine Arden** as Kara. Interestingly, **John Nettles**, the original Bergerac, will not be part of this remake, citing age as a factor in his decision to decline a cameo appearance.
Plot Overview of the Bergerac Reboot
The refreshed **Bergerac** will consist of six episodes that intertwine to tell a singular, overarching murder mystery. According to the official synopsis:
Viewers will meet Jim Bergerac (Molony) as a broken man grappling with grief and alcoholism following his wife’s recent death. His mother-in-law, Charlie (Wanamaker), is concerned Jim isn’t putting his daughter Kim first and, when a woman from a wealthy Jersey family is murdered, Jim must fight through his personal struggles to become the formidable investigator he once was.
With a troublesome convict resurfacing from his past, Bergerac is required to call on his sharp investigative instincts and past successes to navigate the intricate family dynamics, and watchful eyes of the police force, in order to solve the case.
As the new series unfolds, Damian Molony faces the challenge of living up to his predecessor’s legacy while bringing a “modern re-imagining” and a “contemporary twist” to the character. Fans hope to embrace this updated **Bergerac** and once again bask in the beauty of Jersey’s captivating islands.
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